What We Do
Our Services
Bay Aviation & Consulting delivers specialist expertise across two distinct domains — aviation training aircraft hire and maritime defence consulting.
Aviation
Training Aircraft Hire
We provide well-maintained, airworthy training aircraft available for hire to flying schools, registered training organisations, and private operators. Our fleet is managed to the highest airworthiness standards, giving instructors and students reliable, consistent platforms for ab-initio through to advanced training.
- Fleet Hire for Flying SchoolsFlexible aircraft hire arrangements for CASA-approved flying schools and RTOs. Suitable for ab-initio, PPL, CPL, and instrument rating training.
- Private Operator HireAircraft available to private operators and individuals holding a valid CASA licence. Competitive hourly rates with straightforward booking.
- Airworthiness & Maintenance OversightAll aircraft are maintained under a rigorous airworthiness programme. We coordinate scheduled maintenance, defect rectification, and CASA compliance documentation.
- Fleet Strategy & Acquisition AdviceGuidance for organisations looking to expand or refresh their training fleet — aircraft selection, cost modelling, and operational integration.
Maritime Defence
Defence Consulting
We provide specialist consulting to the maritime defence sector, drawing on deep operational and technical experience with naval platforms and defence programmes. Our work spans capability development, platform operations, and strategic advisory — supporting the Royal Australian Navy, defence primes, and government stakeholders.
- Capability DevelopmentSupporting the development and delivery of maritime defence capabilities — from requirements definition through to operational integration and acceptance.
- Platform Operations AdvisoryExpert advice on the operation, sustainment, and through-life management of naval surface vessels and associated systems.
- Programme & Project SupportEmbedded consulting support for major defence acquisition and sustainment programmes, including stakeholder engagement, risk management, and delivery assurance.
- Strategic & Policy AdvisoryHigh-level advisory services for government and industry clients on maritime strategy, force structure, and defence policy.
Ready to work together?
Whether you need training aircraft or specialist maritime defence expertise, we're ready to help. Get in touch to discuss your requirements.